Personal Care Aide (PCA) - Per Diem

One Senior Care; Sharon (Mercer County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO and additional leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

One Senior Care is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Aide to provide compassionate care and support to seniors in our service area. You will assist with daily activities, accompany participants to appointments, and help maintain a safe, home-like environment.

You will travel across the service area with a valid driver’s license, contributing to a supportive care team that emphasizes empathy, continuous learning, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with seniors is a plus; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, supervision, and companionship to seniors.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and transfers.
• Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation as needed.
• Travel to participants’ homes and accompany them to appointments when required.
• Observe and report any changes in participant condition to the care team.
• Document care and services accurately in Alaya Care.
• Participate in team discussions and quality improvement initiatives.
• Build rapport and trust through kindness, empathy, and respectful communication.

Skills

Companionship

Team player

Patience

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Alaya Care

Job description

Do you enjoy connecting with others and making people feel seen, valued, and cared for?

Are you someone who thrives in a steady, friendly, and team-focused environment?

If so, you may be the perfect fit for our One Senior Care family of businesses — including Buckeye PACE, LIFE-NWPA, Mountain View PACE, and PACE North.

Job Summary:

As a Personal Care Aide, you’ll bring kindness, patience, and consistency to every interaction. You’ll provide personal care, companionship, and support to seniors — helping them live safely and comfortably, whether in our center or in their homes.

A valid driver's license is an essential requirement of this position. The role includes regular travel throughout the service area, including travel to Participant homes and appointments as needed.

This position is ideal for someone who is caring, dependable, and enjoys meaningful, hands‑on work. You’ll be part of a supportive care team in a calm, people-centered environment where collaboration, compassion, and growth come first.

Hourly Wage:

$15.50 /hr. to start – $16.50 /hr. after 90 days

Schedule:

Specific work hours will be established in consultation with your supervisor.

• 9 Paid Holidays
• PTO starting at 3 weeks + 1 day per year (accrued from date of hire for full-time employees)
• Free Life and AD&D Insurance Plan
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouses, and Dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement and Paid Training Opportunities
• Retirement Plan with company annual match
• Mileage Reimbursement at annual IRS rate as applicable

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care, supervision, and companionship to seniors.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, and transfers.
• Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation as needed.
• Travel to participants’ homes and accompany them to appointments when required.
• Observe and report any changes in participant condition to the care team.
• Document care and services accurately in Alaya Care.
• Participate in team discussions and quality improvement initiatives.
• Build rapport and trust through kindness, empathy, and respectful communication.

Everyone’s journey is unique. Even if you haven’t done it all, your dedication to learning and helping others is what counts. With our training, mentorship, and career development programs, we’ll help you grow and succeed.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• Friendly, patient, and comfortable engaging with people from all walks of life.
• Brings calm, consistency, and care to every situation.
• Team-oriented and collaborative; values communication and shared success.
• Able to follow established routines while using good judgment in daily care.
• Comfortable traveling throughout the service area.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire — we’ll provide the training!)
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working with the frail or elderly population is a plus — but not required. We’ll provide hands‑on training and mentoring to help you grow!

Requirements:

• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Successful completion of background check, physical, drug screening, and TB screening

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 25 pounds
• Must be able to assist with participant evacuations when necessary
• May encounter environmental challenges in participant homes — proper protocols must be followed

Join Us!

At One Senior Care, you’ll be part of a compassionate team that makes a tangible difference in seniors’ lives — working together to keep participants safe, healthy, connected, and at home.

One Senior Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, health and safety screenings, and any clearances required for healthcare programs.